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Cheap flight deals from New York to San Francisco (NYC-SFO)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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17:30 - 00:45LGA-SFO
10h 15m1 stop
21:25 - 09:00SFO-LGA
8h 35m1 stop
$384JetBlue
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Tue, 27 Aug - Fri, 6 Sep
07:00 - 12:13EWR-SFO
8h 13m1 stop
17:15 - 05:50SFO-EWR
9h 35m1 stop
$387Delta
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Sat, 14 Sep - Sat, 21 Sep
17:59 - 21:15EWR-SFO
6h 16mdirect
21:40 - 05:59SFO-EWR
5h 19mdirect
$404Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 17 Sep - Tue, 24 Sep
18:59 - 22:29JFK-SFO
6h 30mdirect
13:20 - 22:00SFO-JFK
5h 40mdirect
$404Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 17 Sep - Tue, 1 Oct
11:25 - 12:11JFK-SFO
27h 46m1 stop
23:59 - 10:29SFO-JFK
7h 30m1 stop
$462Sun Country Air
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Tue, 28 May - Fri, 31 May
11:40 - 12:59EWR-SFO
28h 19m1 stop
17:35 - 11:51SFO-EWR
15h 16m1 stop
$477Sun Country Air
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Mon, 23 Sep - Mon, 30 Sep
07:30 - 14:40LGA-SFO
10h 10m1 stop
05:00 - 18:55SFO-LGA
10h 55m1 stop
$524Southwest
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Mon, 24 Jun - Fri, 28 Jun
06:00 - 09:17EWR-SFO
6h 17mdirect
11:10 - 21:31SFO-EWR
7h 21m1 stop
$577United Airlines
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Sat, 31 Aug - Fri, 6 Sep
11:25 - 18:29LGA-SFO
10h 04m1 stop
00:35 - 12:32SFO-LGA
8h 57m1 stop
$584United Airlines
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Tue, 20 Aug - Tue, 27 Aug
19:35 - 00:40LGA-SFO
8h 05m1 stop
15:30 - 10:30SFO-LGA
16h 00m2 stops
$684Southwest
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Tue, 11 Jun - Thu, 13 Jun

Flights from New York to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest New York to San Francisco flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from New York to San Francisco.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from New York to San Francisco cost $246 and was between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and San Francisco. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $660.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to San Francisco?

The average price of all flights from New York to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Francisco on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from New York to San Francisco. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Wednesdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from New York to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from New York to San Francisco is September, where tickets cost $436 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is $707 and $692 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to San Francisco?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from New York to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from New York to San Francisco, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 79 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to San Francisco?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from New York to San Francisco found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for $384 on JetBlue, followed by Delta ($387). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as $170 on JetBlue and from $188 on Frontier.

Which airlines fly most frequently between New York and San Francisco?

Delta (18 flights per day), United Airlines (15 flights per day), and Alaska Airlines (7 flights per day) are the most frequent flyers of this route.

How many flights are there between New York and San Francisco per day?

Each day, there are between 43 and 61 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 6h 26m. The most common departure time is 09:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 379 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and San Francisco?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from New York to San Francisco take?

A direct flight to San Francisco will take on average 6h 00m to travel the 6,645 km flying distance from New York.

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 06:00 and will be landing in San Francisco at 09:24.

What’s the latest departure time from New York to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to San Francisco jets off at 21:50 and lands at 01:32.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

August
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.

When to book flights from New York to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from New York to San Francisco

  • Is public transportation available from San Francisco Airport to the city?

    BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) operates 3 to 4 trains per hour from all of the terminals at San Francisco airport, and the trip to downtown San Francisco takes about 30 minutes. The fare for the trip is around $10.

  • Can I get a Lyft from San Francisco Airport?

    Yes, you can. Upon landing and collecting any bags, open the app to request your ride, noting your designated pick-up zone for your terminal. The cost of the trip will be between $30-$40.

  • What is the fastest way for me to get to Newark airport for my flight from New York to San Francisco?

    AirTrain is a simple way to get to and from Newark Liberty International Airport. The AirTrain system connects with all major bus and rail lines, meaning you can get to Newark Airport from almost anywhere in the New York and New Jersey areas with ease.

  • What is the absolute fastest way to get from Manhattan to New York John F. Kennedy International?

    Gotham Air offers helicopter service from Manhattan to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport for only $99 per person for first-time users. They even serve hors d’oeuvres created by Chef Thomas Keller’s Bouchon Bakery and drinks on afternoon flights for the six-minute trip.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to San Francisco was $112 for a one-way ticket and $254 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to San Francisco?

    New York has 2 major airports: Newark and New York John F Kennedy Intl. San Francisco is the only airport in San Francisco. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from New York LaGuardia Airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to San Francisco?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to San Francisco?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and San Francisco, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from New York to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $409 or less one-way and $2,265 or less round-trip.
  • If you would prefer to stay a little closer to the airport in San Francisco to stay more centralized for access to the entire bay area, a good choice is La Quinta Inn & Suites San Francisco Airport West, which is located just outside the entrance to the airport. The hotel features free Wifi, parking, and breakfast. The hotel is air-conditioned, has a pool, and is centered perfectly between downtown San Francisco, the south bay area, and the coast.
  • San Francisco is well-known for its very unpredictable weather. If you did not pack just the right coat before your flight from New York to San Francisco, stop in at Lacoste in Terminal B between the entrances for the B and C gates at New York LaGuardia Airport to get the perfect jacket for the trip.
  • Travelers that would like a little mood boost before flights from New York to San Francisco would do well to stop in at the Happy Clam at Newark International Airport. The Happy Clam puts a unique spin on classic Italian dishes and is a notch above the regular grab-and-go airport food you so often find in terminal buildings.
  • If your flight from New York to San Francisco is at the crack of dawn, why not start your vacation one night early by staying at Aloft New York LaGuardia Airport, located right at the entrance to New York LaGuardia Airport? This sleek and modern hotel offers free WiFi and free shuttles to the airport.
  • San Francisco is known to be a food lover’s dream. Why not get into a culinary state of mind before your flight from New York to San Francisco by stopping in at Deep Blue on the Fly, located in the marketplace in Terminal 5 of John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport? Deep Blue puts a sophisticated spin on classic Asian favorites and offers a full menu of sushi rolls and wraps.
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Prefer to fly direct from New York to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from New York to San Francisco, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York to San Francisco

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +31 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +32 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to New York

Monday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +28 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +29 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +30 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +31 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air Europa, Air France, +29 more

Aeromexico, Air Europa, +30 more

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Top airline flying from New York to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New York to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9141 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.9Comfort
8.6Crew
7.3Food
7.3Entertainment
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Ground crew was great in Austin, flight crew left a lot to be desired. Not particularly friendly, helpful or nice.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, May 2024AUS - SFO
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Ground crew was great in Austin, flight crew left a lot to be desired. Not particularly friendly, helpful or nice.

Like South West(2 check in baggage free) if Alaskan Airlines could give at least one check in baggage free then it would be great.

Staff great. Tight seating. Pretzels and drink same as any other airline.

Horrible. I likely will have to spend several thousand dollars to rebook my international flights, due to their delays, plus a hotel in SF. I can’t wait to never fly them again!

The messaging about the change in flight destination and options for getting to SFO was poor. There should have been frequent updates. When I spoke to the boarding agent moment before we were supposed to board, he was flippant and offered no help before the announcement was made that transportation would be arranged. It was as poor of an experience that I've ever had.

My plane ride down landed 20 min late. Boarding at SFO was strange too. The people at the terminal were nice—but, boarding lacked direction, and was confusing . Coming back was worse—the plane was hours behind—and I barely caught the last Bart train back to San Francisco (3 min more and I would have been in trouble). It was a very stressful trip, and it didn’t need to be.

dont re-route to San Jose. Re-route to closer airport. Provide shuttle bus to go to SFO, not just LYFT vouchers.

WiFi connection bad. Food is really awful. Crew very nice and efficient

It was the worst experience because they delayed the flight by 2 and half hours. We were supposed to depart by 3:41 but they did the depart by 6 pm. It was so boring!!

This was a short flight with many open seats. Overhead space is limited and there are no screens in the seat back. But overall the flight was comfortable and fast.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from New York to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
23/8Fri
1 stopJetBlue
10h 15mLGA-SFO
$170
29/5Wed
1 stopJetBlue
12h 26mLGA-SFO
$179
15/6Sat
1 stopFrontier
11h 07mLGA-SFO
$188
21/8Wed
1 stopDelta
11h 06mEWR-SFO
$194
27/8Tue
directAlaska Airlines
6h 15mEWR-SFO
$203
31/5Fri
directAlaska Airlines
6h 25mEWR-SFO
$210
25/7Thu
1 stopFrontier
12h 23mLGA-SFO
$219
26/5Sun
1 stopDelta
8h 03mLGA-SFO
$224
23/7Tue
1 stopAmerican Airlines
8h 09mLGA-SFO
$239
26/6Wed
1 stopAmerican Airlines
7h 56mEWR-SFO
$247

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Last minute flights from New York to San Francisco

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from New York to San Francisco that are departing in the next 10 days.
13/5Mon
multi-stopJetBlue
11h 10mJFK-SFO
22/5Wed
multi-stopJetBlue
10h 05mSFO-JFK
$708
11/5Sat
directDelta
6h 17mJFK-SFO
26/5Sun
directDelta
5h 57mSFO-JFK
$716
13/5Mon
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
8h 53mEWR-SFO
20/5Mon
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
9h 00mSFO-EWR
$743
13/5Mon
directAlaska Airlines
6h 34mJFK-SFO
30/5Thu
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
8h 36mSFO-JFK
$743
13/5Mon
multi-stopJetBlue
11h 10mJFK-SFO
30/5Thu
multi-stopJetBlue
11h 05mSFO-JFK
$755
9/5Thu
directUnited Airlines
6h 28mEWR-SFO
27/5Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
9h 34mSFO-EWR
$888
13/5Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 12mEWR-SFO
28/5Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 55mSFO-EWR
$904
12/5Sun
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
10h 51mJFK-SFO
16/5Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
10h 26mSFO-JFK
$1,115
12/5Sun
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
12h 31mJFK-SFO
16/5Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
9h 14mSFO-JFK
$1,117
9/5Thu
multi-stopSun Country Air
24h 21mEWR-SFO
11/5Sat
multi-stopSun Country Air
13h 34mSFO-EWR
$1,150

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Flights to San Francisco

Destination:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Return flight deals:

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Cabin classes:

$888
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